Course Details
Review the course structure, delivery arrangements, entry requirements, assessment information, fees and available enrolment options.
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Qualification Fee
$2,995
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AMPA - If Required
$500 at Enrolment
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Practical Workshop
7 Practical Days
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Enrolment Period
12 Months
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The MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal) is a nationally recognised qualification for people working in, or entering, maritime-engineering roles.
The qualification develops practical skills in marine internal-combustion engines, propulsion and auxiliary systems, engine-room duties, electrical systems, deck machinery, hull maintenance, environmental work practices, firefighting, survival at sea, workplace safety and first aid.
MAR20424 forms part of the pathway towards an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency.
Students who successfully complete all 13 units of competency will receive the nationally recognised MAR20424 qualification and a Record of Results.
The MAR20424 qualification is not an AMSA Certificate of Competency. Applicants must separately satisfy AMSA's current age, English-language, medical, sea-service, first-aid, AMPA and application requirements.
Successful completion of MAR20424 forms part of the requirements for an AMSA Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency.
Once issued by AMSA, the certificate permits the holder to perform specified engineering duties within the propulsion-power limits prescribed by Marine Order 505.
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Chief Engineer Functions
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Other Engineering Functions
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Entry and Pre-Enrolment
MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal) has no formal entry requirements listed on the National Register.
Before confirming enrolment, Paradigm Training Group (PTG) will review your training goals, relevant experience and qualifications, language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills, technology access and any support needs. PTG will then advise whether the course, delivery arrangements and available support are suitable for you.
Practical participation and support
Students must participate in practical maritime and marine-engineering activities, including engine operation and maintenance, emergency response, firefighting, first aid, CPR and survival-at-sea activities. Please discuss any condition or support need that may affect safe participation with PTG before practical training begins.
Reasonable adjustments may be available where appropriate, provided they do not remove competency requirements, compromise assessment validity or safety, or override applicable regulatory requirements.
AMSA eligibility and application
If you intend to obtain an AMSA Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency, review AMSA's current eligibility and application requirements before enrolling. This will help you understand the separate sea service, medical, first aid, assessment, evidence and application requirements that apply.
Completing MAR20424 does not automatically result in an AMSA Certificate of Competency. You must separately meet AMSA's requirements, including qualifying sea service, medical fitness, current first aid certification and successful completion of the AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA), before submitting your application to AMSA.
Further information: Medical fitness, qualifying sea service and myAMSA applications.
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
You must provide a valid USI before PTG can issue your qualification or statement of attainment, unless a lawful exemption applies.
MAR20424 is offered over a 12-month enrolment period through a blended model of online learning, trainer-supported study, practical training and competency-based assessment.
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Online Learning
Learner resources and theory assessment
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Practical Workshop
Seven days of face-to-face practical training
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Assessment
Theory and practical competency assessment
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Students undertake online learning, knowledge assessment, preparation, practical training and assessment throughout their enrolment. Successful completion requires competency in all 13 units.
Students must complete required online learning and pre-learning activities before attending the practical workshop unless another arrangement has been approved by Paradigm Training Group.
- Marine-engine and propulsion-system activities.
- Engine-room and auxiliary-system tasks.
- Electrical-system and deck-machinery activities.
- Hull maintenance and out-of-water maintenance activities.
- Firefighting and emergency-response simulations.
- Survival-at-sea and vessel-abandonment activities.
- Work health and safety and environmental activities.
- First aid and CPR training and assessment.
Students requiring further training, skills practice or reassessment may attend another scheduled workshop within their enrolment period, subject to availability and PTG's assessment and reassessment policies.
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Online Learning
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Engineering / Vessel Activities
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Firefighting Activities
PTG supplies the required specialised firefighting equipment and personal protective equipment. |
Survival Activities
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Students must successfully complete all 13 core units of competency.
| BSBTWK201 | Work effectively with others |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| MARB028 | Service marine internal combustion engines and propulsion and auxiliary systems |
| MARC033 | Complete engine room tasks |
| MARC034 | Maintain hull out of water |
| MARC035 | Operate and maintain extra low and low voltage electrical systems and equipment |
| MARC036 | Operate deck machinery |
| MARC039 | Operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems |
| MARF028 | Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel |
| MARF029 | Meet work health and safety requirements |
| MARF030 | Survive at sea using survival craft |
| MARF060 | Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment |
| MARJ006 | Follow environmental work practices |
Students assessed as competent in all 13 units will receive:
- The nationally recognised MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal).
A student who completes only some units may receive a Statement of Attainment for the units successfully completed.
Students assessed as Not Yet Competent will be advised of any further evidence, training or reassessment required.
The MED3 AMPA is the final practical assessment required for a new Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency.
The AMPA is separate from achievement of the MAR20424 qualification. A student may complete the qualification without completing the AMPA.
| Completion and validity
The AMPA must be completed within 12 months of the first assessed AMPA task. Once completed, the signed AMPA cover page is valid for 12 months for the AMSA application. |
AMPA fee
The MED3 AMPA fee is $500.00. Where the AMPA is required for the student's AMSA pathway, the fee must be paid at enrolment. |
After submitting a Certificate of Competency application to AMSA, an applicant may ask an approved RTO to consider issuing an Interim Certificate of Competency.
An interim certificate may allow an eligible applicant to commence applicable MED3 duties for up to 60 days while AMSA assesses the application.
- Evidence that the Certificate of Competency application has been submitted to AMSA.
- Copies of relevant supporting documentation.
- Evidence of payment of the AMSA application fee.
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MAR20424 Qualification
$2,995.00
$1,500 initial payment $1,495 remaining balance
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MED3 AMPA - If Required
$500.00
Must be paid at enrolment where required
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$3,495.00
Where the student requires the MED3 AMPA as part of their AMSA pathway, $2,000.00 is payable at enrolment: the $1,500 initial qualification payment plus the $500 AMPA fee.
The remaining $1,495.00 qualification balance is payable in accordance with the student's invoice and enrolment agreement.
Where PTG collects $2,000 at enrolment because the AMPA is required, PTG must ensure the applicable prepaid-fee protection requirements are satisfied before receiving and holding that amount.
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Qualification fee includes
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External costs may include
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Refunds, cancellations, withdrawals and transfers are managed in accordance with the Paradigm Training Group Student Handbook, applicable fee and refund policies and the student's enrolment agreement.
| Credit Transfer
May be available where a student has successfully completed an identical or officially equivalent unit. Evidence may include AQF certification documentation or an authenticated VET transcript. |
Recognition of Prior Learning
May be available where the student can provide sufficient, valid, authentic and current evidence demonstrating all requirements of a unit of competency. |
Credit Transfer or RPL for qualification units does not replace AMSA's separate sea-service, medical, first-aid, AMPA or Certificate of Competency application requirements. Applications should be discussed with PTG as early as possible.
Paradigm Training Group provides support according to the student's individual needs and the requirements of the qualification.
- Language, literacy, numeracy and digital support.
- Assistance accessing online learning.
- Additional trainer guidance.
- Reasonable adjustment where appropriate.
- Further training or assessment opportunities.
- Referral to an appropriate external support service where necessary.
Further information is available in the Paradigm Training Group Student Handbook.
Training product requirements, licensing and regulatory requirements, application processes, fees and other external requirements may change from time to time. Students should refer to the current National Register and relevant regulatory, licensing or industry authority information where applicable. Where information provided by Paradigm Training Group differs from current authoritative requirements, the current requirements will prevail. Completion of training does not guarantee successful course completion, the issue of any licence, certificate, registration or other external approval, or employment.
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Course Intake
MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3)_FFS |